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Transport Planner - Days Location: Cullompton About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Job Description: At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our Cullompton depot. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract. Key Responsibilities: Plan and coordinate daily transport operations, ensuring timely nationwide deliveries and collections.Schedule and allocate loads across a fleet of articulated vehicles, optimising routes and vehicle usage.Monitor key performance indicators including on-time delivery, shift revenue, and vehicle utilisation, taking action to improve performance where needed.Brief and debrief drivers regularly, providing updates, feedback, and support to ensure smooth operations.Work closely with the warehouse and on-site shunter to ensure trailer and vehicle availability aligns with operational needs.Oversee vehicle checks and defect reporting via the Vehicle Check App, ensuring compliance with safety standards.Communicate collection and delivery times with internal teams and external customers, maintaining high service levels.Attend regular meetings with Line Managers to review performance and identify areas for improvement.Identify opportunities to add value to the contract through service enhancements or operational efficiencies.Ensure all contracted wor